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Spark a Change is a digital volunteer platform that hosts a wide range of opportunities across Somerset and matches individuals looking to volunteer, together with organisations including charities and community groups. 

Volunteers in Somerset

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Home visitor
Organisation role · Flexible hours
Bridgwater
Home visitor
Can you spare a few hours a week to brighten someone’s day?

Posted by Blind Veterans
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RNLI Branch Chairperson
Organisation role · Flexible hours
Minehead
RNLI Branch Chairperson
We are currently looking for a Branch Chairperson to lead the Minehead Branch. Posted by RNLI
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Events organisers
Organisation role · Flexible hours
Bath
Events organisers
As part of our events team you will help plan and run events, supporting our vision to help all girls know they can do anything.Posted by Girlguiding Bath
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Community Cafe- Co-facilitator
Organisation role · 2–3 hrs/Week · Starting from 30 Sept
Taunton
Community Cafe- Co-facilitator
We are looking for a co–facilitator with lived experience/and/or experience within the mental health sector to support the Monday Morning Community Café drop–inPosted by Mind In Somerset
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Well-being Wednesday Coordinator - Remuneration available
Project role (Temporary) · 4–8 hrs/Week · Starting from 1 Sept 2024
Bridgwater
Well-being Wednesday Coordinator - Remuneration available
We aim to expand on our Wellbeing Wednesday sessions where we provide a safe space with a listening ear, friendship, laughter and coffee and cakePosted by St Mary's Church, Bridgwater
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Volunteer Gardener
Organisation role · 4–16 hrs/Week · Starting from 30 Aug 2024
Taunton
Volunteer Gardener
Langley Trust has an exciting volunteer opportunity for an enthusiastic, hands-on individual to join us in the role of Volunteer Gardener Posted by Langley Trust
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Visitor Engagement
Organisation role · 4–6 hrs/Week
Visitor Engagement
Help introduce visitors to the wonder of nature and wetlands at WWT Steart MarshesPosted by Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust (WWT)
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Community Speaker
Organisation role · Flexible hours
Flexible location
Community Speaker
Champion dementia research through representing Alzheimer's Research UK in your local area, encouraging others to join our mission for a cure. Posted by Alzheimer's Research UK
Volunteer Minibus Driver / Chaperone
Organisation role · 4–16 hrs/Week · Starting from 22 Aug 2024
Taunton
Volunteer Minibus Driver / Chaperone
Langley Trust has an exciting volunteer opportunity for a patient, friendly & flexible individual to join us in the role of Volunteer Minibus Driver / ChaperonePosted by Langley Trust
Volunteer Fitness Activities Leader
Organisation role · 4–14 hrs/Week · Starting from 22 Aug 2024
Taunton
Volunteer Fitness Activities Leader
Langley Trust has an exciting volunteer opportunity for an outgoing and positive individual to join us in the role of Volunteer Fitness Activities Leader Posted by Langley Trust
Somerset Health Walk Leader
Organisation role · Flexible hours
Taunton
Somerset Health Walk Leader
Opportunities to support Beginner and L1 walks. Walks from 20 to 40 mins with a social cafe stop after. Posted by Somerset Activity & Sports Partnership (SASP)
Volunteer Arts and Craft Leader
Organisation role · 4–16 hrs/Week · Starting from 22 Aug 2024
Taunton
Volunteer Arts and Craft Leader
Langley Trust has an exciting volunteer opportunity for an enthusiastic, creative and positive individual to join us in the role of Volunteer Arts and Craft LeaPosted by Langley Trust

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Volunteer Voices panel

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The Big Help Out at Thurlbear School

Earlier this month, as part of The Big Help Out campaign, thousands of organisations and community groups ...
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Volunteer Stories

Photograph of Anthony, sat down, smiling at camera.

Uncovering the past: Anthony's story

"To be involved with literally uncovering the past is something that I will always be grateful for."
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Championing mental health: Clare's story

I'm incredibly grateful for all the opportunities and support I've been given; I don't see a future without ...
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Photograph of Kate packing bags of food.

Nourishing communities: Kate's story

"It’s good to know that what you're doing is having a direct impact on people's lives."
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Whilst best endeavors are made to check the validity of organisations who post volunteering opportunities on Spark a Change, the responsibility for any incident (including safeguarding) that may occur at any time between any such organisation and any volunteer or potential volunteer lies with the recruiting organisation.